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Frre-PRoor Roor, 

Frit RooFre, : 

FELT AND GRAVEL ROOFING, : : 
INFORMATION ABOUT COMPOSITION ROOFINGS, 
Roor CoAatrine, . : : . 
CEMENTS, . 

PAINTS, 

Roor PArInt, A 

FrRE-PROOF PAINT, 

ASBESTOS BOARD, . : 


Paper, CLOTH’ AND THREAD, : 


STEAM PIPE AND BOILER COVERINGS, 
CEMENT FELTING, : : ; 
Linine FELT, ; 

ATR CHAMBER COVERING, 

Linep Harr FELT, 

HATR. FRUT,:  < 

SHEATHING, 

STEAM PACKING, 

Frrre-PRroor CoAatTine, 

Rostn §1zED FELT, . 
VERMIN-PROOF LINING, 

PLASTERING BOARD, . 

ASPHALTUM, a - 

RoorinG BRUSHES AND NAILs, 
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The above cut represents a fine specimen of Italian Asbestos, 44 in. long, 21 in. wide, 
and U3 in. thick, weighing 114 lbs. 


The wonderful mineral AsBrstos is not only indestructible by fire or acids, hut 
differs from all other known mineral substances in possessing fibres resembling 
silk or flax, some varieties of which can be spun, woven and felted, producing | 
Cloth, Felted Sheets, Paper, etc., of a superior quality. The ordinary varieties can 
be reduced into a *‘ flock,’ pulp, or impalpable fibre. in all of which forms it retains 
its peculiar fibrous and interlacing or binding properties, 

AsBESTOs derives its name from Greek words, meaning unchanged by fire. Its | 
non-combustible qualities were known to the ancients, who made acloth from itin 
which the dead were wrapped preparatory to burning, and in which the ashes of 
the body were saved. 

The finer kinds, which are pure, white, and silky, with long, strong fibres, 
are comparatively rare and expensive, and being free from. ‘‘Silex” or ‘‘Silicice 
Acid,” are particularly valuable for their lubricating qualities, while the colored and 
more compact forms are quite abundant; but on account of its supposed scarcity, no 
practical use had been made of it until we utilized it in combination with other 
materials in the manufacture of articles for structural and mechanical purposes, 
for which it has proven of great value. 


AsBEsTOs is capable of receiving and retaining the most brilliant colors, is anon- 
conductor of heat, and possesses many other valuable qualities, which we have 
developed for new and important uses. 


This valuable mineral has, through our instrumentality, been brought to light in 
vast quantities in many parts of this and other countries, and, owing to our efforts, 
its peculiar properties, and uses, are now known in all parts of the civilized world. 

The growing importance attached to the use of Aspestos has induced some | 
unscrupulous persons to infringe our patents, and in some instances to associateits 
name with their productions, omitting its wse, thus injuring the reputation of the 
genuine AsBEsTos materials. We therefore take this opportunity of warning the 
public against worthless imitations and infringements. Suits are now in progress 
for the protection of our rights, which we assure our customers and the public shall 


be vigorously maintained. 
H. W. JOHNS’ MW’F’G CO., 
New York, May, 1877. 87 Maiden Lane, 


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JSS Beg 


Ixy 1858 we commenced the manufacture of Roofing Materials, and 
from time to time have added other articles for structural and me- 
chanical purposes, which, having been thoroughly tested, are now in 


| general use in this and many other countries, 


In 1868 we first made known the results of our long continued ex- 
periments with the then, comparatively unknown, indestructible, 
fibrous mineral AsBEsTOs, and having proven its value beyond all 


_ other known substances in the manufacture of fire-proof and non- 


conducting materials, we now produce on an extensive scale the 
various articles herein described, which are of incalculable value to 
Rail-Road Companies, manufacturers and owners of buildings of 
every description, all of which are manufactured in compact and port- 
able form, ready for use. 

The demand for these articles has increased so steadily and rapidly 
that we have each year been compelled to increase our manufacturing 


_ facilities, and within the past year we have completed a new manu- 


factory, and now have the most extensive and complete works in the 
world for analagous purposes. 

We have always aimed to produce materials of the best quality, and 
although we do not claim to have attained perfection, we challenge the 
world to show articles for similar purposes, which, in usefulness, 


_ durability and perfection of manufacture, equal ours, at approximate 


prices. 
. We command every necessary facility for producing our manufac- 
tures at the minimum of cost, and shall continue to improve and 
perfect them to the extent of our ability, and, finding ample remuner- 
ation in small margin of profit, we purpose supplying them at 
prices which will place them within the reach of every one, and as 
such materials are constantly needed everywhere, we believe any one 
seeking a new business, or any established house desiring to secure a 
profitable line of specialties, can find no better paying business than 
the sale of our goods, 

We would call particular attention to our Paints and Boiler Cover- 
ings, and earnestly invite an examination and comparison of our 
goods with all others for similar purposes. 


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H. W. JOHNS’ PATENT ASBESTOS MATERIALS, 





Our Patent Improved Aspestos ROOFING is entirely different from 
any other material in use, and consists of a strong Canvas, combined 
with a surface layer of Felt and a Manila Lining. (See cut on next 
page.) These materials are rendered water-proof, and are joined to- 
gether with intermediate layers of our patent Acid and Water-Proof 
Composition, and the whole compressed into a compact flexible sheet | 
resembling leather, forming the strongest and most substantial port- 
able Roofing in use, This, when applied, and finished with the | 
ASBESTOS RooFr CoaTinc, and the. White Fire-Proof Coating (see | 
printed instructions), forms a light, cool and handsome roof, which 
is not only air-tight and an effective non-conductor of heat, but, being : 
proof against burning sparks and cinders, it has proven a perfect pro- | 
tection Where buildings covered with it have been exposed to fire, in 
every instance which has come to our knowledge. 

We would call particular attention to our valuable improvement in 
the use of our WHITE FrrE-PROOF CoATING, as the finishing surface | 
of our Roofing. It is furnished without extra charge, and has given 
us advantages never before possessed, as it refracts the rays of the 
sun and retards carbonization to which all water-proof substances are 
subject, thus adding greatly to the durability of the Roofing, as well 
as to its appearance, and rendering it the coolest roof in the world. 
For these reasons it is peculiarly adapted for use in warm climates. 

This Roofing is adapted for steep or flat roofs, in all climates, and | 
has been in use in all parts of this country, and in South Americaand | 
Kurope, a sufficient length of time to warrant us in claiming it to be 
the best substitute for tin, and, if properly applied and cared for, fully 
as economical considering its cost, and in many respects more desir- 
able than tin, slates and shingles of the qualities commonly used, | 

It can be more easily applied than any other Roofing, it being 
necessary only to fasten it properly to the roof with our RooFrine 
Nats, to make tight joints and laps, and to coat it thoroughly and 
evenly, which can be readily done by any intelligent workman—no 


heat or special tools being required. 
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It can be easily repaired, if necessary, and can be kept in order at 
a trifling expense by an occasional application of the AsBEsTOS Roor 
COATINGS, which are prepared ready for use. 

It is furnished ready for use in rolls about 89 inches wide, contain- 
ing 200 square feet, and weighs only about 50 Ibs. to 100 square feet. 
It is packed in strong skeleton cases, and is taken at 4th class rates 
by all railroad and transportation companies, and can be more cheaply 
transported and applied than any other Roofing. 

This Roofing is now in use on many thousands of buildings, has 
met with the approval of the most extensive builders, manufacturers 
and railroad companies ; and we recommend it especially for roofs of 
railroad buildings and bridges, warehouses, etc., and for manufac- 
tories where roofs are liable to injury from acids, or in danger of fire 
from burning sparks and cinders, 

Printed instructions for applying, with illustrations showing how to 
make tight joints around chimneys, formation of gutters, etc., will be 

Surnished. 

As certain irresponsible parties have offered for sale inferior ar- 
ticles, representing them as ASBESTOS ROOFING, particular attention 
is called to the following Cut, showing, on an enlarged scale, the 
foundation of this form of the Patent Asprestos Roorre ; the ac- 
tual thickness is about 1-10th of an inch: 





F—Felt ; AA—Layers of Water-proof Composition ; C—Canvas ; 
M—Manila Lining. This Roofing is ten times stronger than any 
other portable or Composition Roofing in use, and owing to our ex- 
tensive manufacturing facilities we can supply it at nearly as low 
a price as the cheapest, and at a LOWER PRICE, QUALITY CONSIDERED, 
THAN ANY OTHER KIND OF ROOFING IN USE. 

A cheaper form of roofing may sometimes be desirable for tempo- 
rary buildings, and we can furnish such at as lowa price as any 
3 manufacturer ; and we can also supply a more expensive form 

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of roofing, for the more substantial class of city buildings, steam- 
boats, cars, &c., full particulars of which will be furnished on ap- 
plication. 


A Fire-Proof Roof. 


To prevent misconception of our claims in regard to the fire-proof 
qualities of the ‘‘AsBEsTOos Roorine,” we would say the materials 
of which it is composed are not ail indestructible by fire, but when 
finished as per instructions it is not only proof against sparks and 
cinders, but we have never heard of an instance where fire has com- 
municated through it ; on the contrary, we can furnish innumerable 
proofs of its efficacy in saving buildings exposed to fire. 

Do not be deceived by worthless materials which are represented 
by unscrupulous parties as genuine ASBESTOS Roorine. Tere is no 
other Reliadle Portable Roofing inthe market. The cheap, tarred 
felts, petroleum, oil paints, &c., which are sold as Roofings under 
various names, and warranted by irresponsible venders to be more 
durable than the standard articles, are a source of constant annoyance 
and expense, while a reliable Roofing from reputable manufacturers 
can be purchased at about the same price asked for these worthless 
articles, 


Felt Roofing, 


This article consists of a superior, thick, strengthened felt, water- 
proofed, to be finished on the rocf with the AsBEsTOS RooFr COATING 
and FrrE-Proor Coating. It can be very cheaply applied, and is 
equal in durability to the ordinary Felt or Composition Roofings, at 
about one-half the price. It is suitable for all temporary purposes 
where a cheap form of Roofing is desired, 


Felt and Gravel Roofing. 


| Wecan furnish the best materials for this kind of Roofing as low 

as any other manufacturer, but would call attention to the fact that, 
upon new buildings, the entire cost of the roofing can be savcd in the | 
difference between the expense of the heavy timbers actually neces- | 
sary for the support of the “Gravel,” and the light timbers required 
for the ‘‘ ASBESTOS” ROOFING, which weighs only one-tenth as much. 


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‘nformation about ' Composition Roofings, 


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The value of a Roofing Material, unlike that of many articles, can- 





not be demonstrated in a single year; time alone can satisfactorily | 
prove its merits, and it is to be regretted that so many extravagant | 


representations have heretofore been made in regard to materials for 
such important purposes, thereby leading purchasers to expect too 
much of what were, at best, only temporary substitutes for the 
standard articles. 

During the past twenty years many kinds of ‘‘ cheap roofing,” con- 
sisting of tarred felts, petroleum oil paints, coal tar, cements, &c., 


have been offered to the public, which have proven unsatisfactory, and | 


their use is now comparatively limited, CoA Tar, in its cru:’e state, 
as ordinarily used for Roofing purposes, 8 NOT WATER-PROOF, It 
possesses no ‘‘ body,” and upon exposure either melts and runs under 
the heat of the sun, or soon carbonizes and washes off, 

As this substance possesses many valuable qualities, and is inex- 
pensive, we find it useful for many purposes, and would call particu- 
lar attention to the fact that as used in our Roofing compositions it is 


properly ‘‘ treated,” and is only used in combination with materials | 


which render them perfectly waterproof and superior preservatives. 
We use no petroleum or rosin oils mixed with ground slate, and have 


no occasion to advise those who have once used these ‘‘ mixtures” in | 


regard to their value. 

There are few who appreciate the difficulties in the production of 
a material which shall meet all the requirements of a good roofing, 
at half the cost of tin, slates, &&. We have spared no pains or ex- 
pense to produce a reliable article to meet the popular demand for a 
cheap roofing, fully worth its cost, and have met with gratifying suc- 
cess ; but we would call attention to the fact that it should receive 
watchful care in its application and use to insure satisfactory results. 

We shall continue to use every means in our power to improve and 
perfect our Roofing, and, as we have had more than eighteen years’ 
experience in the production of Roofing Materials, and have the most 


_extensive and complete manufactory of the kind in the world, we 


can supply them at lower prices, quality considered, than any others 
in the market, 
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H. W. JOHNS’ PATENT ASBESTOS MATERIALS, 


This article is composed of ASBESTOS prepared in the form of a 
finely ground ‘“‘ flock” or dry pulp, and our Silica Paint Body, com- 
bined with our patent Acid and Water-proof Composition, and pro- 
perly prepared coal tar. It is prepared ready for use, of a proper con- 
sistency to be applied with a brush, and forms an inexpensive and 
durable water-proof coating, which differs from all others in possess- 
ing fibres of stone, and may be described as an elastic water-proof 
Selting. 

Nearly all other minerals or pigments absorb the valuable proper- 
ties of mixed paints or coatings when applied to roofs, and assist in 
evaporating and carbonizing them, leaving, after a time, only a dry, 
flaky mass, which is not water-proof; ASBESTOS, on the contrary, 
protects this composition and renders it less liable to run in the heat 
of the sun, or crack in cold weather. We therefore feel warranted 
| in claiming the Aspesros Roor CoaTineé to be superior to all other 
| compositions or coatings for ordinary Roofing purposes, 

This Coating is used to finish the ASBESTOS ROOFING, and is in- 
valuable for restoring and preserving old leaky Surnaur, Try, and | 
FELT roofs, as it will fill up all small crevices, forming an elastic 
water-proof joint, which is not liable to injury from the contraction 
and expansion consequent upon sudden changes of temperature. It 
| also forms the most durable coating in use for Smoke Stacks, and 
other heated iron work. 

It is furnished in kegs and barrels, can be easily applied by any 
one, and costs only about one quarter as much as ordinary paint. 


We also manufacture an EXTRA HEAVY COATING for restoring old, 
leaky Felt, Shingle and other roofs, etc., but do not advise its applica- 
tion to shingles which are badly decayed. 





PRINTED INSTRUCTIONS FOR COATING AND REPAIRING ALL KINDS 





OF ROOFS WILL: BE FURNISHED 


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| form for these purposes; but, to obtain the best results, should be 
| used in connection with the AsBEsTos Linrna FELT, when prac- | 





| much as the wet mortars or cements, thus saving half the usual cost | 








H. W. JOHNS’ PATENT ASBESTOS MATERIALS. 


Asbestos Cement Felting. 


This material is composed of ASBESTOS and a Cementing Com- 
pound to be used as a mortar, and can be applied directly to Steam 
Pipes, Boilers, etc., while heated. It is the best non-conductor in this 





ticable. It is perfectly fire-proof, and is invaluable as a lining under 
slate, shingle, and other roofs, a filling for floors, and for fire proofing 
Boiler-rooms, etc. One barrel will cover about 40 square feet, one 
inch thick. i 

We make to order an extra quality of CEMENT FELTING for covering | 
Hor-Buast Press and other super-heated surfaces. 


Particular attention is called to the following advantages of 


OUR CEMENT FELTING 


Over all other Cements or Mortars: 


ASBESTOS, of which our CEMENT FELTING is pees, composed, is | 
the best known non-conductor of heat. 

Our combined Lrnrinc Feit and CemENT FELTING forms a more | 
effectual non-conductor than any other cement, mortar or “‘ felting” of 
equal, or even greater thickness, and the saving of heat is real, as | 
well as apparent, which is not the case with the thick Cement Cover- 
ings, which simply furnish a larger radiating surface, by which many 
are deceived, 

They can be applied more easily and at a less cost. 

Less material being required, pipes covered are smaller and neater, 

No danger of cracking from expansion of pipes. 

Our CEMENT FELTING being put up dry, weighs only half as 





of freight. We will furnish it ready mixed if desired. 

{@- In the last exhaustive test made in 1874, at great expense by | 
the U. 8. Government, at the N. Y. Navy Yard, our ASBESTOS | 
CEMENT FELTING showed a result in saving a radiation of heat over 
all others. 


Asbestos Lining Felt. 


This article consists of a strong sheathing, to one side of which is 
attached a layer of ASBESTOS. It is furnished in sheets and rolls of 
any desired width, 7. ¢., 6, 12, 18, etc., to 42 inches. It is used alone 
and in connection with the CEMENT FELTING (see cut inside back | 
cover ;) also as a lining under Hair Felts. 


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Asbestos Air Chamber Covering. 


This improved form of covering is superior to all others for Steam 
and Hot Air Pipes, etc., and is formed by first covering the pipe with 
the AsBESsTOS LintinG Fett, then a thin layer of HAR FELT with an 
envelope of non-porous Felt or sheathing, coated with our Asbestos 
Fire-Proof paint, producing an air-tight chamber filled with Hair 


| insulated by the Fire-Proof Lining Felt which prevents injury to 


the Hair from the heat. DOUBLE AND TRIPLE AIR CHAMBERS 
are formed by the addition of layers of Hair and Non-porous Felt, as 
shown in the following cut : 





This form of covering can be easily applied by any one. Special 
circulars, instructions and estimates of cost will be furnished on re- | 
ceipt of measurements of pipes, etc., and the required materials will 
be supplied complete. 


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Asbestos-Lined Hair Felt, 


formed by use of our AsBestTos Lintna FELT under Hair Felt, is 
particularly adapted for covering Marine, Locomotive and Portable 
Boilers, Pipes, etc., the LinrnG FELT forming an effective insulator, re- 
moving the Harr Feu from contact with heated surfaces, and protect- 
ing it from the injurious effects of heat. By this combination the 
great objection to the use of Harr FELT is entirely overcome; and a 
light, economical, and Non-Conducting Covering, superior to any other 
ti use, is obtained, which cannot be injured by the jarring of machinery 
in motion, or by abrasion. 


("Many instances are known where buildings and steamships 
have taken fire from HArk FELTS in contact with heated surfaces, 
This cannot occur where our ASBESTOS LINING FELT is used. 


("The comparative non-conducting qualities of Boiler Coverings 
can be readily ascertained by any one holding a thermometer at an 
exact distance of one inch (the standard adopted by the United States 
Government) from the covered surfaces, and noting temperature, 7. ¢., 
the quantity of heat radiated. 


Printed instructions for applying will be furnished with these 
matertals. 


Hair Felt. 


Hair Felt which-is made from pure Russia Hair, steam pressed. It is 
the cleanest, strongest, and most durable Hair Felt in use, and we 
can supply it at the lowest market price—all thicknesses and widths. 


Asbestos Sheathing. 


This article consists of a strong non-porous, damp-proof felt, coated 
with our fire-proof Asbestos Paint, and is not only desirable for lining 
under weather boards, etc., but forms a neat, cheap, and effective finish 
for inside of factories, etc. ; and is also used in combination with 
the Asbestos Lining Felt and Hair Felt to form our Air Chamber 
Steam Pipe and Boiler Coverings. No frame building should be 
erected without this protection against the elements. 


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Asbestos Steam Packing. 

This article has been recently improved and perfected, and, having 
been thoroughly tested, is offered to the public as being the best, 
cheapest, and by far the most durable packing in use for piston rods, 
valve stems, throttle valves, pumps, and stuffing boxes of high and 
low pressure engines, etc. 

The long and severe tests to which ASBESTOS PACKING has been 
subjected, and the surprising results attained—in one instance having 
been used, without removal, on an ocean steamer which sailed over 


- 90,000 miles, and in another on a locomotive which ran over 50,000 


miles—and as it is indestructible by acids, long exposure to dampness or 


_ any degree of heat, and also possesses the peculiar property of being 


a natural lubricator which does not heat or waste perceptibly, the fact 
of its absolute economy over any other article for similar purposes, 
aside from the great saving by avoiding stoppages, is self-evident. 
The long, strong fibre of the AsBESTOs used in this PACKING 
renders it invaluable for Locomotives or other Reversing Engines, as 
the liability to ‘‘ blow out” is avoided, and being unaffected by acids, 
ammonia, etc, the cheaper kinds of oil, made from petroleum, work 


| equally well with it as lard or sperm. 


The Rope Packing is manufactured by a new and improved process, 


by which the Asbestos fibres are securely covered by a thin braid, in | 


which form it can safely be transported and conveniently used. It is 
furnished in regular sizes, from three-eighths to two inches in dia- 
meter, and is put up for the trade in coils of 50 pounds, in neat and 
convenient cases. 

The Loose Packing consists of finely-separated long fibres of 
Asbestos, which can be twisted or packed into any desired form, and 


will be found desirable for special uses. It is put up jn packages of 


one pound and upward, 
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Asbestos Fire-Proof Coating. 

This article is composed of strictly fire-proof ingredients, and is put 
up in barrels and kegs ready for use, and also in a dry state, to be 
mixed with water and applied witha brush. It is particularly de- 
signed as a finishing coating for our Roofing, but is also valuable for 
rough wood-work, etc. It forms an additional protection against fire 
and renders the roof much cooler, owing to its light(nearly white) color. 


Rosin-Sized Felt. 


This article contains no tar, and forms a desirable sheathing under 
weather-boards of frame buildings, etc., where protection against 
winds and dampness is required. 


Vermin-Proof Lining. 


For Carpets, Deadening Floors, ete.—This article is a thick, 
soft felt, impregnated with an inodorous material which is proof 
against moth and vermin, and forms a cheap and desirable protection 
against penetration of air and dust. 


Plastering Board. 
This article consists of a compact straw board coated with a water- 
_ proof sizing, and is used for finishing the inside of cheap dwellings, 
| etc., in place of lath and plastering. It can be readily applied, and 
forms a smooth, air-tight and damp-proof wall, which may be painted, 
papered or whitewashed. Full instructions for use on each roll. 


Asphaltum. 
We can furnish crude, refined, or prepared Asphaltum in bulk or 
in bbls., by the ton or cargo, at the lowest market price. 


Roofing Brushes. 


Our Roorinc BRUSHES are manufactured expressly for us, and are 
the best brushes made for such purposes ; they should always be used 
for applying the AspnsTos Roor Coatrne and Roor Parnt. 


Roofing Nails. 


Our Roorrne NAILS are made exclusively for us, of the best Swedes 
| Tron, with extra large heads, and are superior to any others for the 
purpose in use. 





We also manufacture and deal in Roorrnc AND SHEATHING 
FEuts, LINSEED OIL, TURPENTINE, BERMUDA OCHRE, HYPER SPERM, | 
LUBRICATING Or, &e. 

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During the past nineteen years we have received thousands of 
testimonials and letters, commending our Roofing and other Materials; 
and append copies of a few, which, coming from well-known and 
authentic sources, will be sufficient proof of the superiority of our 
materials over all others for similar purposes; and as they are in use 
in nearly all parts of the country, we can usually refer those interested, 
to parties in their vicinity who can speak from experience as to their 
value and desirability. 


First Premium awarded by American Institute 
"70, 771, 9°72, 773, "74 & "75. 

First Premium awarded by New Hampshire State Fair, 1871. 
First Premium awarded by Louisiana State Fair, 1870. 
First Premium awarded by Pennsylvania State Fair, 1872. 
First Premium awarded by Texas State Fair, 1871. 
First Premium awarded by Rhode Island State Fair, 1872. 
First Premium awarded by New England Agricultural 
Society, 1874. 

First Premium awarded by Chilian Exposition, 1875. 


The Highest Premium has been awarded to the ASBESTOS ROOFING 
at all Expositions and Fairs wherever exhibited. 


THE CENTENNIAL PRIzE MEDAL AND DIPLOMA OF MERIT WERE 
AWARDED FOR OUR ASBESTOS MATERIALS WITH THE FOLLOWING 
REPORT OF JUDGES: 


“Roofing, excellent, durable, economical, especially resisting out- 
side heat and fire.” 
“‘ Asbestos Covering on wood, put on in the liquid state and solidi- 
fied by the action of the air.” 
‘Greatest success, in fire-proof outer and inner coatings, Covering 
Felt and rough hair fabrics.” 
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Extracts from AMERICAN INSTITUTE REPORTS. 


1870,—H. W. Johns’ Improved Roofing.—‘‘Is strong and 
flexible, unaffected by the sun’s heat; practically fire-proof, and is 
really an article of the first order of merit.” 


Signed, HORACE GREELEY, Pres'’t. 


HIGHEST PREMIUM (MEDAL) AWARDED. 


1871.—“‘ These materials prove, by their general use and test of 
time, to answer their purpose fully.” “ V’he best article in the market.” 





18'72.—“‘It is very strong, repels water effectually, and is weil 
adapted to resist climatic influences.” 





1878.—‘‘ This material is cne of unusual merit, as its continued 
success demonstrates; and we recommend it to ali as the best in use for 
the purposes claimed.” 





18'74.—‘‘ We consider the Asbestos materials entitled to the 
Diploma of continued excellence.” 





18'75.—The continued success attending the introduction of these 
articles prove beyond question their value for the many purposes 
named. The Roofing we consider superior to all other Roofing 
materials in the market, and entitled to the Bronze Medal of the 
Institute,” 


From Report of the American Institute Farmer’s Club, Dec. 6, 1870. 


The material constitutes one of unusual merit, much superior to any of the 
class previously brought to their notice, and worthy of trial by those who desire a 
durable, easily applied, comparatively inexpensive and safe roofing, the material 
having, in addition to the other merits claimed forit, that of being practically Firg- 
PROOF, 





This is to certify that, during the 39th Exhibition of, the AMERICAN INSTITUT, 
a roll of 200 feet of H. W. Johns’ Patent AsBestos Roorine was laid on the floor 
of the main passage, and was constantly subjected to the wear of being walked 
upon by thousands of people for an average of twelve hours per day for two months, 
and at the close of the exhibition did not show the slightest signs of wear. 
Cuas. 8. CASWELL, 


Supt. 4th Dept. Chemistry and Mineralogy. 


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OFFICE OF REMINGTON ARMORY, 
Inion, N. Y., May, 1875. 
Mr. H. W. Jouns, 
87 Maiden Lane, N. Y. : 

Dear Sir ; We have used your Aspestos RooFine gen extensively during the 
past three years, and have now not less than six hundred squares (60,000 sq. ft.) of 
roof area covered with it. 

We have found it a very convenient roof to apply, and thus far have no trouble 
from leaks, as has been the case with other roofs. 

Nearly half the Asbestos Roofing we have has been used to substitute other patent 
articles which have proved failures, and caused us great damage and trouble. 

Yours truly, E. REMINGTON & Sons, 
Per N. A. RusseLt, Foreman Building Dept. . 


AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENTS, ; 
R. H. Auten & Co., NEw Yorx, March, 1871. 
H. W. Jouns, Esq. 5 
Dear Siv; Having used your Roofing materials on my own buildings, and having 
occasion, during my connection with the American Agriculturist, to examine into 
the merits of these articles frequently within the past five years, I take pleasure in 
saying I have found them to be in every respect as represented, and I feel I can 
confidently recommend them to farmers and others as being particularly desirable, 
as they can be applied without the aid of skilled labor. ; 
M. C. WELD, Consulting Agriculturist. 


OFFICE OF THE NEW YORK TRIBUNE. 

The roofs of the Tribune buildings, which were covered some years since with the 
AsBESTOS ROoFING, are in perfect condition. These roofs were formerly covered 
with tin, which, owing to the expansion and contraction of so large a surface, 
were nearly always in a leaky condition. I therefore consider the ASBESTOS superior 
to tin in these respeets, and particularly desirable for roofs liable to injury from 
being walked upon. 

Tuomas N. RooKErR, 


New York Tribune Association. 


Oswrao StarcH Factory, 
Oswea@o, May 5, 1874. 
Mr. H. W. Jouns. 

Dear Sir: * * * We have used your Roofing fora number of years, 
Last Fall we needed a new roof on one of our engine rooms, and we put on your 
ASBESTOS, something we should not haye done ‘had former trials of your Roofing 
proved unsatisfactory. Very truly yours, 

THOMSON KINGSFORD. 


Autrman & Taytor Mre. Co, 
MANSFIELD, Ohio, Fed. 22, 1875. 


H. W. Jouns, Esq. 


Dear Sir; We have had your Roofing in use for some four years, and the fact 
that we have recently bought several thousand dollars’ worth of it shows that it has 
given us entire satisfaction, Yours truly, 


.M. D, Harter, Treas. 


Hi Winton eran: YarmourTs, N.S., June 8, 1875. 


Dear Sir; We would like to sell your materials in this Province. Your Roofing is 
now coming into general favor; at first the novelty of the material aroused some ob- 
jections, but the first we put on two years ago is as good to-day as then, and so is 
commending itself to public notice. 

Yours very truly, Kryney, Harty & Co., 
Dealers in Lumber, Sash Blinds, etc. 


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Witton, N.H., Dec. 6, 1874. 
We have had a severe fire in our village, burning the best part of it. Your 
AspBesTos Roortne stood the test well. On one building i¢ burned the boards out 
Jrom under it without affecting the Roofing. 
Yours truly, 
GARDNER BLANCHARD. 


STATE oF NEw York, Stine Srna PRISON, ; 
AGENT AND WARDEN’s OFFICE, Sine Sin@, Jan’y 4, 1876. 
H. W. Jonuns, Esq. : 
Dear Sir; Thaye been using upon the Prison buildings several hundred squares 
of your Asbestos Rooting, giving entire satisfaction, and itisin perfect order. It 
_ repels water effectually, is unaffected by the sun’s rays, is walked upon without 
injury, and is a resistant to fire. In fact, I consider it the best material for roofs 
considering the cost, in use, and cheerfully recommend it. Your Steam Pipe and 
Boiler Coyerings possess all the merits you claim for them in avery large degree, 
and your Roof Paint is unquestionably superior to any article for the purpose I 
have ever used, Yours truly, 
A. WALKER, Agent and Warden. 


OFFICE oF TRoy Brick WorRKs, 
Troy, N. Y., March 6, 1875. 
H. W. Jouns, Esq. 

Dear Sir ; You will please enter our order for enough of your Roofing materials 
to cover one hundred squares of roof. We will give you timely notice when to ship 
the goods, We have always considered your Roofing, if properly laid, to be 
more satisfactory than any other composition roofing. In fact, you may be assured 
that if we did not think well of it we would not give this order. 

- Yours truly, JAMES OSTRANDER & Son. 


Akron, Onto, Feb, 29, 1876. 
H. W. Jonns, Esq. 

Dear Sir; After three years’ experience with your Roofing, we can honestly 
testify that we believe it to be superior to any other roofiny in use, not excepting 
tin or any other metal roof. In our city and vicinity, as it becomes better known, 
it is coming into generalfavor. Last season it was applied on some very large roofs 
for parties who do not experiment with anything new of this kind, among whom 
were our County Agricultural Society, Aultman, Miller & Co., Akron Gas Company, 
etc., etc., and it has in every instance given complete satisfaction. 

Yours respectfully, Mitier, THomas & Co. 


Orrice oF L. S. Wirtson & Co., | 
WasasnH, IND., March 30, 1876. § 
H. W. Jouns. 
Dear Sir; I have thoroughly tested your Roofing, and as I have a great deal to 
put on this spring, would like your present prices. 
Yours respectfully, L. S. WiLson, 


WaBsasuH, Inp., April 11, 1876. 
Please send immediately sufficient to cover twenty-six squares (2,600 square feet). 
Yours, L. S. WILson. 





East Penn Iron Company, % } 
Lyons, Pa., March 18, 1876. 
Dear Sir; The Cement Felting applied to our hot blast pipes is proving to be a 
complete success, and we cheerfully recommend it to others. rk 
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Outo IRon AND Natt WORKS, } 
Martin’s Ferry, Sept. 23, 1874. 
H. W. Jouns, Esq. : 
Dear Sir: * * * The roofs are in good condition and give every satis- 
faction. * # x ® Yours truly, Wo. Barnett, Sup’t. 


Martin’s Ferry, Onto, March 28, 1876. 
Our roof continues in excellent condition, and gives entire satisfaction. 
Yours truly, Wm. Barnett, Supt. 


Witmineton, N. C., Feb’y 28, 1876. 
Mr. H. W. Jouns. 


Dear Sir: We have tried your Asbestos Paint and are much pleased with it, 
and think we can introduce it here to our mutual advantage. 
Yours respectfully, Hart, Bartzy & Co. 







Oweao, N. Y., March 14, 1876. 


H. W. Jouns, Esq. 
Dear Sir; Your Roof Paint gives good satisfaction, and I shall want several 
barrels of it in the spring. Please send me one barrel at once. 
Yours truly, A. H. KEELER. 








Ciyi. ENGINEER’S OFFICE, ' 
Navy YarD, New York, Jan. 26, 1876. 
Mr. H. W. Jonns. 
Dear Sir ;—Your Cement Felting possesses all the qualities you claim for it. 
Respectfully, etc., NormMAN STRATTON, Civil Engineer. 





New York, May 1, 1876. 


H. W. Jouns, Esq. 
Dear Sir; We have used your Asbestos Steam Pipe Covering to our entire satis- 
faction. A large amount.of heat lost in cellar before the Covering was applied is 
new utilized, and we cn heat our building in half the time formerly required. 
Yours very truly, ALex. M. Hays & Co., 
23 Maiden Lane. 





Mr. H. W. Jonns: Sanpy Hii, N. Y., Aug. 6, 1874. 
Yours of Aug. 3d received. In regard to the AsBEsTos RooFINe, it stood the 
fire remarkably well. The heat was very great, yet it did not catch fire, only 
“crusted”? up. The Insurance men have been on the roof, and were very much 
pleased with it. . * ee ee Yours, A, B. Davis. 


PHILADELPHIA, Pa., Feb. 7, 1876. 
Mr. H. W. Jouns. 
Dear Sir; The store we occupy has a slate roof, which, owing to bad workman- 
ship, commenced leaking very badly soon after it was put on, and we determined 
to try your Asbestos Cement and Roof Coating. We had the Cement applied first 
wherever there was a crack to be seen, and then applied two coats of the Roof 
Coating, since which time we have not been troubled with its leaking. We also 
have q tin roof on dwelling, rather flat, and the water would ‘back up’’ from 
gutters,causing several bad leaks, to which we made the same application with 
equally good results, Yours respectfully, 
T. B. BickERTON, 12 8S. Fourth St. 


Wamsutta Mitis, New Beprorp, Mass., April 26, 1875. 
Your Asbestos Steam Packing has been in use in our 1,200 horse power engine 
since last January, and has given great satisfaction. It is now working as 
smoothly as ever in.the piston-rod stuffing box. It possesses unusual merit, and 
I cheerfully recommend it as durable, convenient and economical. ? 
Amos H. Ruopes, Chief Engineer. 


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UNITED STATES Navy YARD, Boston, | 
’ CHIEF ENGINEER’S OFFICE, Feb. 28, 1876. { 
_ Sir; In obedience to the order of the Bureau of Steam Engineering of the 14th 
inst., forwarded by you, to make a supplementary report on the Asbestos Packing, 
I respectfully report as follows: ‘Iwo years ago I caused the Asbestos Packing to 
be applied to several piston and valve glands of engines performing heavy work 
with high pressure steam, since which time no cause for complaint or change in 
acking has been necessary —all the rods where it has been used are smooth, 
right, and in excellent condition. Upon suspension of work in this Department a 
month ago the packing was removed, and found to be in good condition, and the 
same will, upon the resumption of work, be used again. 
Iam, very respectfully, Ricu’p M. BaRTLEMAN, Chief Eng., U.S. NV. 


Mount PLEASANT Coat ComPANny, 
Hype Park, Pa, Feb. 38, 1876. 
Dear Sir; Regarding the Asbestos Steam Packiny, I can say our engineer 
packed the stuffing boxes of our hoisting engines on July 9, 1875, with the Packing, 
and the engines have been in steady use up to the present time without change of 
packing, and it is now in good condition, and he pronounces it better in every 
respect than anything we have used. The engines are heavy ones, 26-in. cylinder 
and 48-in, stroke. Yours very truly, Wm. T. Smitu, Sup’t. 


OLp Cotony IRon Company, t 
Hast Taunton, Mass., July 30, 1874. 
Messrs. DownIz, TRAINER & Co., 
153 Devonshire Street, Boston. 

Gentlemen: This certifies that the Old Colony Iron Company have used JoHNs’ 
Parent AsBEstTos Roorine on their buildings for the past five years, and it 
remains good to this day. From the experience already had, should renew our 
buildings with the same article. Our works were frequently on fire when covered 
with shingles, but sparks and cinders have had no effect on the AsBrsTos RooFine. 

Respectfully yours, EnocuH Roginson, Supt. 


‘Brockport, N. Y., Wov. 20, 1869. 
. W. Jouns, Esq. ; 
aa Sir: ; The roof of my building, 37x65, covered with your RooFINe some 
seven years since, has been in every way satisfactory, and is now in good order. I 
shall want more of your material next year. : H. N. Beacu, _ 
Editor and Proprietor of Brockport Republican. 


OFFIcE oF PAssatc ZINo Co., } 
113 Liserty St., New York, April 5, 1875. 
Mr. H. W. Jouns. ; ; 
Dear Sir; We have had your Aspestos Roorrne in use at our Zinc Works some 
four or five years, and prefer it to either tin, slate, or any other kind of covering 
fur roofs. Yours respectfully, MANNING & SQuIER, Agis. 


Easton MALLEABLE IRON Works, 
Easton, Mass., Feb. 13, 1875. t 


Messrs. DownizE, TRAINER & Co., 
_ 153 Devonshire Street, Boston. 

Dear Sirs: It is now about four years since I first had H. W. Jouns’ Patent 
AsBEstos RooFine applied to my annealing furnace building. I have ordered it 
from time to time for other buildings. It has in all cases proved highly satisfac- 
tory, and has stood the test of heat and cold so well that I think it better and more 
easily applied than any that I have ever seen. Very respectfully, 

DANIEL BELCHER. 


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From the Boston JourNaL, March 25, 1875. 


INTERESTING TO MANUFACTURERS.—A gentleman who acts as treasurer for 
several corporations in New England, and who is located in this city, has made a 
number of inquiries relating to H. W. Jonns’ Patent Asspestos Roorrne. The 
following is the reply of a very influential firm in New York City. 


New York, March 17, 1875. 

Dear Sir; After careful inquiry upon the subject of AsBEsTos RooFrrine, we 
report: 

1st. There is no better roofing of the kind, in the judgment of the writer. 

2d. The Passaic Zinc Company (works at Jersey City, where the main building 
is four-story) have used the AsBEstos RooFING on that building for jive years, and 
prefer it to any other, it being readity repaired if out of order. 

3d. Among the parties using this material for roofs in this vicinity are Passaic 
Zine Co., Passaic Rolling Mills, Paterson Iron Company, and Amidown Mills. 

If we can serve you in this or other inquiries you will please to command us. 

Yours respectfully, 
Bennett & Smita, 117 Franklin St. 


U. S. Navy Yarp, Boston, . 
CHIEF ENGINEER’S OFFICE, November 25, 1874. t 


Sirs In accordance with Bureau order of January 12th, 1874, to test the AsBEs- 
Tos STEAM Packrne, I have respectfully to report that the Packing has been in 
constant use in the piston rod stuffing box of the machine shop engine during a 
period of eight months, the pressure of steam in the cylinder being from sixty-five 
(65) to seventy (70) pounds. After being once screwed up it remains tight with 
very little attention, and keeps the rod bright and smooth. About two months ago 
the engine was overhauled, and this packing was taken out. and being in such good 
condition, having deteriorated less than twenty per cent. in the eight months’ 
previous running, it was used to pack the valve stems, and the piston rod was 
packed with new packing of the same kind. 

: Very respectfully, 
H. H. Stewart, Chief Engineer. 


UNITED STATES REVENUE STEAMER ‘** HAMLIN,” 
Boston, Mass., May 13, 1874. 

It affords me pleasure to testify to the excellent qualities of the ‘‘ AsBEstos STEAM 
Packine.’’? Several months ago I packed a piston-rod which had given me con- 
siderable trouble (although using other celebrated packings); but since applying the 
“ AsBEsTos” the leakage of steam has entirely ceased. It is indestructible and 
elastic, and I earnestly recommend it to the profession. 

Yours respectfully, 
DanreEu F, Keviry, Zngineer, U.S. R. M. 


UNITED STATES REVENUE MARINE, 


Messrs. H. R. Ives & Co., Montreal. 

Dear Sirs + When repairing our warehouses in St. Paul Street we took pains to 
ascertain the best roofing material in use, and purchased in New York the ASBESTOS 
RooFine and Coatine, which we applied ourselves. It has now beenon four years 
and stands the winters well, and has proved to be a first-class article in every respect. 
We strongly recommend it for general use. 


Lymans, CLARE & Co., Wholesale Druggists, Montreal. 


We have the AsBEstos RooFrne on one of our own buildings, and can testify to 


its superiority by actual experience. 
H. R. Ives & Co., Queen Street, Montreal. 


ENPIELD, N. C., Sept. 11, 1876. 


I have made a test of your Asbestos Cement, and find it is all you claim. 
Truly yours, H. Barp. 


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The roof of my house in Hudson City, N. J. (shingles some sixteen years old), had 
been leaking badly for several years, during which time I tried several methods of 
remedying the ditliculty at a great expense, but in every instauce failed. The roof 
had been examined by several of the largest dealers and manufacturers of various 
kinds of roofing, who advised me to remove the shingles, as they could not be made 
water-tight. This I could not taxe the risk of doing as the house was occupied. 
About four years since I applied the Aspestos Cement and Roor Coatrne at but 
trifling expense to the entire surface of the roof, and the result is a perfectly water- 
tight roof,resembling slate, which bids fair to last for many years. 

JoHN W. PINE. 


GREENFIELD, Mass, August 10, 1876. 

I like the roof so well that I shall cover the rest of my building with it, and the 
White Fire-Proof Coating you sold me last fall, I put on this spring, and you would 
not believe there could be such a difference. J.ast summer I could not get any one 
to take my rooms, they were so very hot, but this summer, in the very hottest 
weather, they have been as cool and pleasant as any part of the building. 

Truly yours, J. J. RicHARDSON, 


N. Y. Nauricau ScHoou Sure ‘St. Marys,”’ t 
~ New York, January 5, 1877. 
In regard to the Asbestos Boiler Covering, the material, and workmanship, are 


satisfactory, and I am ready to so endorse your bill. 
Yours, &c. R. L. PHyTHIAN. 


“Mason Ciry, Inus., May 16, 1876. 
You may send us one bbl. Asbestos Roof Coating.. We have already given our 
roof one coat of the Roof Coating, and like it better than anything we have ever 


used for the purpose. Respectfully yours. , 
Warsins & THOMPSON. 


YARDVILLE, MERCER Co., N.J., Aug. 12, 1876. 


I have used your Cement with great satisfaction on a leaky tin roof, forty feet 
square, and wish to know more about your goods. I shall require about 500 feet 
of your Roofing at present, and more in the future. 

; Truly yours, Sam’L P. Nicoison. 





GREENBUSH, N. Y., March 27, 1877. 
H. W. Jouwns, Esa. 
Dear Sir ;—I have some Roofing to do this spring, and would like your price- 
list. I put on some of your Roofing six years ago, and it has not leaked a drop as 
yet. Yours truly, ALBERT N, Mory. 


OFFICE OF THE UNION RatLRoaD Co., | 
PROVIDENCE, R. I. 


Our roof is painted with your Asbestos Roof Paint. Excellent body—rich 
color—easy to work. UNIoN RarLKoan Co, 


METROPOLITAN GAs WORKS, ENGINEER’S OFFICE, Foor 42p Sr., ) 
NEw York, July 5th, 1876. 

Dear Sir :—I would state that I have used your Asbestos Cement in joining 
and patching retorts at these Works, and find it fully answers the purpose. I 
consider it a superior material to Sellar’s Cement. 

Yours Respectfully. I, Herzoe, Engineer. 


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ENGINEER’S OFFICE, Cor. 5TH AND Hoyt SrtTs., 
Brookiyn, May 13th, 1876. 


Dear Sir:—T have thoroughly tested at these Works, your Asbettos Cement 
for patching retorts, and have found it superior to any Cement or mixture I have 
ever used for the same purpose. A retort thoroughly repaired with this Cement 
being to all intent as good as new, ang will stand any needed scrubbing without 
needing renewal in the old breaks. Very truly yours, 

Wm. Henry Wuite, Engineer. 


CiTIzENs’ GAs Lieut Co., 


OFFICE PROVIDENCE GAs ComMPANY, 
PROVIDENCE, R.I., Feb. 23, 1877, 


Dear Sir ;—The Asbestos Cement received from you last October, proved very 
serviceable and quite satisfactory, in mending and patching retorts, as well as for 
various uses about the Gas Works, and we shall soon order more. 

Very truly, A. B, SLATER, Treas. 


MEcHANICSVILLE, N. Y., March 23, 1876. 


I haye used some of your Asbestos Board on a Union valve, and from the time 
I put it on, to the present, which is two years, it has not leaked a drop. 
Yours respectfully, JOSEPH EAGAN. 


Women’s Hospitat, 49TH St. AND 4TH AVENUE, 


New Yorx, March 6, 1877. 
H. W. Jouns, Esq. 

Sir; The Hair Felt Covering, with Asbestos lining which you put on the steam 
pipes and boiler domes of the Women’s Hospital, and the Cement Covering on the 
| three hot water boilers, are giving me great satisfaction, and the result is a great 
| saving of fuel The temperature of the engine and fire-rooms was very much re- 
duced, so much so, that in cold weather we are rather cold. The saving of coal is 
83 1-3 per cent. by actual measurement. The Cement Covering is put on ina 
superior manner, and is the neatest boiler or pipe covering I have yet seen. 

Respectfully yours, 
Duncan McIntyre, Engineer. 


I RicHmMonD, VA., Jan. 27, 1877. 
Your Asbestos Roofing gives great satisfaction. 
Gero. LITTLE. 


TALLULA, ILL., Jan. 2, 1877. 


I had occasion to use some of your Roofing two or three years ago and I like it. 
It makes a first-rate and durable roof. F. 8. THRapp. 


NorwicuH, Conn., August 12, 1876. 
I covered a Boiler House four years ago for the Norwich Bleaching and Calen- 
dering Co., and itis tip-top to-day. Send me 1800 ft. this week, as I would like to 
use it Monday, for the same Company. Yours truly, NATHAN SMALL. 


INDIANAPOLIs, Inv., May 3, 1876. 
Having had many years’ experience in the Roofing business, in this city, and 
elsewhere, we have no hesitancy in endorsing your Roofing, as equal (and in 
many respects superior) to any or all others, at anything near the same cost. 
Yours very truly, Sims & SMITHERS, 


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Towanpa, Pa., July 31, 1876. 
Ihave used your Asbestos Cement in different places, and find it a good thing. 
Respectfully yours, JOHN E. Fox. 


Roms, N. Y., Jan. 15, 1877. 
Your Asbestos Cement I have used on tin to good advantage. I think it a valu- 
able article. Truly yours, Wm. R. Warson. 





WEstT MERIDEN, Conn., Sept. 19, 1876. 
Please send me Asbestos Roofing and Coating. Your Fire-Proof Coat- 
ing for making a cool roof, is a great success. Respectfully yours, 
. Cuas. L. Littie. 





New YorkK, Varch 14, 1877. 
Mr. H. W. Jouns, 


Sir; The ‘‘ Asbestos Cement Felting,” and your ‘‘ Double Air Chamber ”’ 
Covering (with Asbestos Lining Felt), give perfect satisfaction in finish, use and 
economy of fuel. I consider them superior, as non-conductors and non-vadiators 
of heat, toany covering I have ever seen. Respectfully, 

PETER BrowER, Engineer for Carter, Hawley & Co. 
140 Pearl St. 


OFFICE, 11 PEMBERTON SQUARE, 


NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOOL MANUFACTURERS, 
Boston, Mass., Nov. 21, 1876. 


H. W. Jouns, Esq., 87 Maiden Lane, N. Y. 

I take pleasure in recommending to the attention of the Wool Manufacturers, 
your Asbestos Felting, for covering Boilers, Steam Pipes, etc., as it has met with 
universal favor wherever used in New England. Ian, sir, 





Yours truly, JouHN L. Hayzs, Sec’ty. 
Orrick LOWELL FEeuLtTiIne MILs, 
55 ConeREss S8t., Boston, Dec. 26, 1876. 


* * + %* * Your business should increase for the reason that your method 
of jacketing pipes is superior to all others that I have seen. 
Yours truly, W.H. THompson, Proprietor. 


Fisk UNIVERSITY, NASHVILLE, TENN., Wov. 6, 1876. 


The goods were received about a week or ten days ago, and we have applied the 
Felt to our steam pipes with excellent results, accomplishing all we desired. 
Truly yours, E. P. GrnBert, Ass’t Treasurer. 


REMSEN, N. Y., July 7, 1876. 


I think I shall order more of your Asbestos Colors. I think your Paint excels 
other mixed paints. : . 
Respectfully yours, Cuas. C. SNYDER. 


TAZEWELL, C. H., Va., July 7, 1876. 


I have tried your Asbestos Cement and Roof Paint, and found they answered 
my purpose. Your Paint is the best I have ever used. 
Yours truly, A. J. May. 


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Boonvit1E, Inp., June 9, 1876. 


Your Paint is very satisfactory, and 1 want more. 
Respectfully yours, EDWARD GovueH. 


NorTH SANFORD, N. Y., August 21, 1876. 


Last season I applied your Paint to one building, and so far, it gives the most 
perfect satisfaction. Yours respectfully, 
G. W. Hamuin, Practical House Painter. 


Lexrsspure, VA., May 6, 1876. 


I used your Paint four years ago, and find it the best in market. 
Truly yours, Epwarp E. THompson. 


MiLrorp, Kent Co., DEL. 
I would like to try your Asbestos Roofing. The cheap Felt Roofing purchased 
of you a year and a half ago, is as tight as a bottle, and shows no sign of wear. I 
would use it, but the roof I wish to cover is flat, and more exposed. 
Your obed’t serv’t, RopBert H. Gruman. 





RoosEVELT HospPirau, 59TH STREET, AND 9TH AVE., 
New York, March 16, 1877 


; I take great pleasure in recommending your Asbestos Felting to all who have | 
occasion to use it, as a very superior article. 
Truly yours, Tuomas F, REILxy. 
Engineer Roosevelt Hospital. 


PETERBOROUGH, ONT., July 5, 1876. 

I have had on my office, an Asbestos roof of eighteen squares, for the past five 
years, and during that time have had very many inquiries in regard to it, and I 
recommended it to the utmost of my power. 

Yours respectfully, Rop’t RomMAINE. 


WAKEFELD P. O., Sour KinestTon, R. I. 
Having used your Asbestos Cement, we found it as recommended. 
Respectfully yours, K. P. & H. W. PartELow, 
Contractors and Builders. 





FAYETTEVILLE, N. C., Sept. 27, 1876. 


Your Cement for leaky roofs, I consider a very valuable preparation. 
Truly yours, 8. J. HInsDALE. 


” |” Mepina, N. Y., March 81, 1877. 
H. W. Jonns, Esq. 
Dear Sir: Please give me your prices for the Asbestos Roofing. I ordered and 
used some three years since, and for utility and economy give it the preference 
over any other material used for that purpose. Shall want about 2,000 square feet. 


Yours truly, W.S. TamBuin, 
Contractor and Builder. 








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H. W. JOHNS’ PATENT ASBESTOS MATERIALS, 


The following among thousand of well known Manufacturers 
and others have our Goods in Use. 


A. T. Stewart & Co., - - New York City 
J.J. Lirrie & Co., Printers, - se « 
HARPER & BRo., Publishers, - « 
MunicreaL Gas. CoMPANY, - - 6 
Boarp oF EDUCATION, - = 

N. Y. TRIBUNE ASSOCIATION, - 

Carter, HAWLEY & Co., Teas, 

A. M. Hays & Co., Fancy Goods, 

Davip Dows & Co., Warehouse, - 

C. H. DELAMATER & Co.,, Iron Works, 

James Dwieut & Co.,_ - - - 

Simpson & Co., (Arion Pianos,) - cS 

C. T. RayNoups & Co., Paints, 4 

Wynkoop & HALLENBECK, Printers, 

H. K. & F. B. EA AOE Grocers, 

RoosEeve._t HosPitat, 

UNION InpriA RUBBER Co., a7 os 

TRADESMENS’ NATIONAL Bank, - 

Passaic Zinc Co.,_—- re SE - - 

HENRY CLAUSEN, Brewery, - = 

New York & PROVIDENCE STEAMSHIP Go.; 

Lone Isuanp R. R. Co., - = = 

Fuiusuine, N. 8. & C. R.R = 82 

Soutu Srive R. R. Co., = = 

PEVER COOPER’s GLUE Factory, 

ADAMS EXPREss Co.,  - - 

STANDARD O11 Co., - - - 

Gorpon & DitwortnH, 

New York HERALD, - 

Woman’s Hospiran, - 

Joun T. W1Lson, Bakery, - 

LAWTON Bros.,_ - : 

METROPOLITAN GAS Ligur Co., 

E. Eisine & Co., - - 

Henry. W. Forp, Cashier, - 

Gro. H. Kircuen & Co., ’- 

PHENIX CHEMICAL Works, - 

CITIZENS’ 

Nassau de 

PEOPLE'S << oe 

Burpon Iron Works, 

Pease & Porton, Planing Mill, 

NIAGARA STEAM PumP Co., - 

ABBOTT PAVEMENT Co., - - 

J. H. DyKEMAN, - - - - - - 

Sine Sine, N. ren STATE PRISON, A. Walker, Warden. 

T. KinesForD & "Son, (Oswego Starch Factory), - Oswego, N. ae 
GaRNER & Co., Priut "Works, 3 - Haverstraw, 
E. Remineton & Sons, Fire Arms, - - - _- - Ilion, 
Watcotr & CAMPBELL, New York Mills, ¢ 


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WrigHTr DURYEA (Starch Works), : - Glen Cove, 
FRANKLIN [RON Works, - - : - Franklin, 
Houyy M’Pr’e Co., - - - . Lockport, 
WILLIAM WRIGHT, - Newburgh, 
N. Y. CENTRAL Gas Lieut Co., Morrisania. 
YONKERS - Yonkers 
ALBANY eS = 4 - Albany, 
Utica 43 us : = - - Utica, 


























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N. Y. DyE & Print Work, 

J. & J. Rogers Iron Co., - 
WHITTLESEY, MEIes & Coss - 

W. A. CAsz, - - 
DENISON PAPER Manur’ @ Co. og - 
RoBINsON MANUF @ Co., Woolen Goods, 
AMOSKEAG M’F’e Co., Ticks & Denims, 
JACKSON & Co., Sheetings, &c., - - 
CocHsEco M’F’e Co., Prints, - : 
ConcorpD M’r’e Co., Flannels, 

JACOB HITTINGER, Ice, - 

Mason & HAMLIN ORGAN Co., 
BRIDGEWATER IRON Co.,  - 

PEABODY MILLs,_. - - - 
Mason MACHINE WORKS, - . 
Kine@siey Iron & MAcHINE Co., - 
Roxgpury Carpet Co., Carpets, 
FAIRBANKS, Brown & Co., Scales, 
Fitcupure R. R. Co., - 

Norway Iron Works, - 
WasuHinGTON MILts, Woolens, 
ARLINGTON Mitts, Alpacas, 

Kine Puinie Mitts, Muslins, &c. 
DorcHESTER GAS Ligut Cos,-- 
CAMBRIDGE 4 - 
PEMBROKE IRON WORKS, 

OxLp CoLony IRon Co., 

Boston RUBBER SHOE Co., 

WamsutTta MILLs, - 

WALWORTH MANUF’G Co., 

WALTHAM BLEACHERY, 

A. BURBANK, - - 

DUNNELL MANnurFr’e Co., 

AMERICAN SCREW Co., 

PERRY MILL Co., - 

PROVIDENCE TooL Co., - - - 
WoOoNSOCKET RUBBER Co., - 

A. & W. SPRAGUE & Co., Manufacturers, 
GoRHAM MANUF’G Co., - - 
PROVIDENCE Gas Co., 

CHENEY BROTHERS, Silk Manufacturers, 
Union METALLIC CARTRIDGE Co., - - 
SHARPS RIFLE Co., - - 
Norwich BLEACHING & CALENDERING Co., 
Hartrorp Gas Lieut Co. - - . - 
BripGEPORT ‘ - - - 
Cuas. PARKER & Co., 

CELLULOID M’F’G Co.,- - - 

Insane AsyLum, - - 

Stream YaAcut, *‘ OCEAN Gem,” 

P. LORILLARD & Sons, Tobacco, . 
AMMIDOWN & Co., Woolen Mantfacturers, - 
University Hoten, - - - 
Deu. & Bound Brook R.R. Co., 
HoBokEN Gas Lieut Co., 

BAYONNE ‘ es 

PEOPLE’s ‘ BE ue 

WORTENDYKE MANUurF’G Co., 

JoHN HARTMAN, Crackers, 

GAFF, FLEISCHMANN & Co., FW ip 

CAMERON Mus, - - - 
JAMES SMITH & Co., 

J. Brown & Sons, Southwark Mills) | 
HowE tu Bros., - 

BosTON AND PHIL. 8. Ss. Co., - 
STEAMSHIP *' InDIANA,”’ (American Line. wie 


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- New Brighton, N.Y. 
Au Sable Forks, 
- Malone, 
- Buffalo, 
Mechanic Falls. Maine 
- =" Oxford 
Manchester, N.H. 
- Nashua, * 
Dover, ~ “ 
“Ww. Concord, ‘‘ 
Boston, ‘Mass. 
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Bridgewater, ‘ 
Newburyport, 
- Taunton, 
- Canton, 
Boston, 
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South ‘* 
- Lawrence, 
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Fall River, 
Dorchester, 
Cambridge, 
Pembroke 

- ‘Taunton, 
Malden, 
New Bedford, 
- Boston, 

- Waltham, 
- Pittsfield, 
Providence, 

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- Newport, 

- Providence, 

Woonsocket, 

- Providence, 
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So. Manchester, Conn. 
- Bridgeport, ‘“ 
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- Norwich, 
- Hartford, 
- Bridgeport, 
- Meriden, 
- Newark, 
Morris Plains, 
Elizabeth, 
- Jersey City, 
- Passaic, 
Princeton College, 
- Somerville, 
- Hoboken, 
Bayonne, 
- Jersey City, 
Wortendyke, 
Philadelphia, Pa. 
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LONGDALE IRON Co., + - Longdale 
East Penn. Iron Co., . - Lyons, 
BETHLEHEM IRON Co., -~— - Bethlehem, 
ALLENTOWN ROLLING MILLs, - Allentown, 
TaMAQUA ROLLING MILLs,) - - - - Tamaqua, 
Haas, BRENHEIZER & Co., - - Shenandoah, 
Onto Tron & Natu Coosa - Martin’s Ferry, O. 
AULTMAN & TAYLOR MAnur’G Co. Wage cra - Alliance, O. 
‘CuYAHOGA STEAM FURNACE Co.,_ - Cleveland, O. 
Mitter, THomas & Co., Building Materials, - Akron, O. 
ApAms, WEEDON &Co., - - - - Columbus, O. 
R. Grece & Co., - - - - - - ve 
JoHN L. GILL, - - - - - - “ 
Hockine Vatuey R. R. Co. 6 
Wm. Humpurey, (Warden ‘State Prison), - - Jackson, Mich. 
Caprran Crry PLANING MILL Co., - Indianapolis, Ind. 
ARmouR Date & Co., Elevators,-  -  - - Chicago, Ill. 
Union RENDERING Co., Stock Yards, - ot: 
Fowter Bros., U. 8. Stock Yard, - ee 
C. H. & L. J. McCormack, Reapers, ae 
CHICAGO MALLEABLE IRON Co., - - «ec 
N. K. Farrpanks & Co., Refiners, - c 
Curcaco & N. W. R.R. Co., Car Shops, | ie 
Moopy & SaNKEY TABERNACLE, - ce 
Star & Crescent MIitis,. - - 
Jas. S. KirK & Co., Soap Works, - 
Jo_n V. FARWELL. & Co - - 
GARDEN City ALCoHOT, Works, Nic - : 
Inurnots INSTITUTION FOR DEAF & Dumps, - Jacksonville, Il. 
Initinors STATE HosPiTaL FOR INSANE, - - ie 
ILLiINoIs STATE INSTITUTION FOR THE BLIND, 
Comstock, CastLEe & Co., Iron Manufacturers, = - Quincy, Il. 
Gem Ciry Topacco WoRKS, - - - - s 
Iowa COLLEGE FOR THE BLIND, - = - . Vinton, Iowa 
Novetry [ron Works, - - Dubuque, *‘ 
INSANE ASYLUM, - - - - St. Peters, Minn. 
Sr. Louis Corron Factory, - St. Louis, Mo. 
Home Cotton MIL18, - ss 
MITCHELL FURNITURE Co., - 
Sr. Jospepa LEAD MINES, - - Cadet, Mo. 
CHATTANOOGA IRON Co., Chattanooga, Tenn. 
Roane Iron Co., - - 
Fisk UNIVERSITY, - - Nashville, ‘ 
Norton Iron Co., - Ashland, Ky. 
Navassa Co., - Wilmington, N.C. 
AvaustTa GuANo Co., - - - - Augusta, Ga. 
Port Roya R. R. Co., - Port Royal. 5. C. 
B. F. CALDWELL, Ranges, Mantels, aN - Wheeling. W. Va. 
UNIVERSITY OF Norru CAROLINA, - Chapel in WN C. 
WateR WORKS, - - - - A - Yonkers, "N.Y. 
} ce a - . i Garden City, Lede 
4 - Youngstown, O. 
a ee SE; Louis, Mo. 
‘ “ - - Taunton, Mass. 
U.S. Navy YARD, - Brooklyn, Non kie 
Boston, Mass. 
LittTiLE Rock O1n Co., Little Rock, Ark. 
Knapp, BuRRILL & Co., Merchants, - Portland, Oregon 
Krnney, Hauey & Co., "Lumber, . - Yarmouth, N.S. 
T. McAvity & Sons , Merchants, - - St. John’s, N. B. 
C. B. Recorp, Iron Manufacturer, - - Moncton, N.B. 
LyMmans, CLARE & Co., Merchants, - Montreal, Canada 
QuEBEC GAs WORKS, - - uebec, Canada 
C. F. Hitman, (Government Railroads), s ° autiago, Chili 
T. R. OSWALD, Shipbuilder, Southampton, England 


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A very profitable business can be done in every town in applying 
the AsBESTOS ROOFING and in repairing and coating roofs with the 
ASBESTOS CEMENT and Roor Coating or Roor PAINT, and also in 
the sale and application of our Steam Pipe and Boiler Coverings, 
Paints and other articles herein described, which are phone in | 
demand. 


Samples, Price Lists, with discounts, and terms to acceptable appli- 


| cants, for exclusive sale of our ROOFING and BOILER COVERINGS will 
be promptly furnished, 


(ae~ We will give special prices to manufacturers and other large 
consumers wherever our goods are not kept on sale, 




















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CAUTION. 





YI\HE Public are hereby cautioned 

against purchasing or using any 
materials’ for the purposes 
herein described, 


purporting to 


and dates‘ of. patents. 


H. W. JOHNS MF’G CO., 


87 Maiden Lane; 


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New York: J. J. Little & Co., Printers, 


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